If you know me you know I LOVE Mexican/Tex-Mex food. I grew up on it, I relied on it as a vegetarian, and it is one of my favorite foods to recreate as Vegan dishes. Over the past week I …
:: Recommitting to 2017::
I know we are deep into February, but I honestly didn't feel like it was time to publish this post any earlier. Now, just feels right. I have taken some time during the first week of February to recommit to …
::Orzo & Veggies, Simple Vegan Dinner::
One of my favorite quotes, "If you fail to plan you plan to fail." This could not be more true when it comes to your diet/nutrition. As a Vegan BEACHBODY coach, I receive a lot of questions regarding meal options …
::Vegan Butternut Squash & Black Bean Enchiladas::
A couple of facts about me: I love tex mex food and I hate overly complicated recipes. This is one of my go to meals. Mostly because its really easy, but you can also do Steps 1-3 and then save …
::My Journey to a Vegan Diet::
I am often asked, “Why Vegan? Why now?” I am most frequently asked this question in passing, but disingenuous individuals trying to make conversation. So, I have my short answer, “For the animals, the environment, and my health.” I have a …
::Vegan-Black Eyed Pea Chili::
If you're from the South you know you HAVE to eat black eyed peas on New Years Day! I wanted to take a stab at a fresh twist to a deep rooted tradition. Since becoming full vegan (2 months ago) I …
::5 Tips To Keeping Your New Year’s Resolution::
This time every year I like to reflect, think about the goals I set the previous year. The goals I met and the ones I forgot about. I have definitely stayed on my fitness journey, although I am not where …
::Real Talk, Accepting The Path I Am On::
I have used my blog for my different reasons over the years (8 years I believe), but never have I been this real. This morning I experienced an emotional break through during a workout that I have not felt in …
::Take Your Journey with Soul Cycle::
At a birthday dinner (10/4) I was pushed by two friends to start my JOURNEY with Soul Cycle. Let me be clear, I was terrified. I have never been huge on group exercise; I enjoy the solidarity of a weight room, a cold pool, …
::Vegan, Creamy Black Bean & Quinoa Wraps::
I get a lot of questions regarding what I make for dinner that doesn't require a lot of time; my secret, the crockpot. Every working woman needs a crockpot in her life. The dish I made last night, is so quick, …
::A Tough Conversation…Adult Acne::
Writing this post is difficult for me; really, really difficult. Its something I have struggled with for years and tried to hide... Adult Acne! Your first thought is probably one of two things: 1-No way, acne is for teens or …
::Vegan Baked Cauliflower Potato Sliders::
In my continuing search for healthy Vegan dinner options, its harder than one might expect if you want something more than a salad, I came across a taco recipe I turned into sliders. As I have mentioned before, Thug Kitchen is one …
